Honda Dax 125 (2025–2026) vs Yamaha YZF-R1 (2015–2019)

Factory maintenance schedules compared.

Yamaha YZF-R1 (2015–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles.

Service Honda Dax 125 (2025–2026)JB06 Yamaha YZF-R1 (2015–2019)RN39
Oil change 4,000 mi n/a
Valve service 4,000 mi 26,600 mi
Spark plugs 8,000 mi n/a
Chain 300 mi 500 mi
Brake fluid 24 mo 24 mo
Coolant n/a n/a

Common questions

Which is cheaper to maintain, the Honda Dax 125 (2025–2026) or the Yamaha YZF-R1 (2015–2019)?

Yamaha YZF-R1 (2015–2019) needs fewer scheduled shop visits per 10,000 miles based on its factory service intervals.